East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes, a city and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House featuring cbd, a skyscraper and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes and interior views
Sydney Opera House which includes a city, interior views and modern architecture

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo showing a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street Surry Hills NSW
The price is AU$162 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$162
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
Great room with plenty of space and a comfy bed. The restaurant food was excellent and at a reasonable price.

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel

4 out of 5
90 William Street Woolloomooloo NSW
The price is AU$195 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$195
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
overall good….the booking said daily housekeeping but it turned out not to be correct. The housekeeping staff were VERY nice and helpful , but one expects beds to be made up daily, bins emptied and clean towels daily without having to ask everday downstairs.

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

The Sydney Boulevard Hotel
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is AU$284 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$284
17 Dec - 18 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,437 reviews)
Staff were excellent very helpful and courteous.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,391 reviews)
It's in a good location. Easy to find & park.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (935 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great amenities on a secure site, in a great location. Room was generally clean but a few nooks and crannies need a little attention.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Regents Court Sydney
Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point

Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point

Potts Point NSW
Stay at this apartment in Sydney. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay are located ...
Cozy Studio in the heart of Potts Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Activities

Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
55
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
78
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Favourite place to stay

5/5 - Excellent

Jb

Go to every festival you can

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Walk around some of the backstreets also visit the old Darlinghurst gaol

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

nothing special

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

dirty & gringy but hey!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lack of parking very annoying.

Cities near East Sydney

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